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Joint metallic conductor cable in access network

Joint metallic conductor cable in access network

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTCBL254
State Code
OBA66
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/08/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/11/2019
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
27/11/2019
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to joint metallic, conductor cable on the service provider side of the network boundary in communications applications, including digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, computer networks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and multimedia.It applies to individuals working in technical roles who joint metallic conductor cable for indoor and outdoor installations on new installations and cable upgrades, and maintain infrastructure in domestic, commercial and industrial situations for service providers and asset owners.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements apply to telecommunications systems. All customer cabling work in the telecommunications, fire, security and data industries must be performed by a registered cabler. All cablers are required to register with an Australian Communications and Media (ACMA) accredited registrar.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for jointing metallic conductor cable for access network
  • 1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, regulations, codes, and standards
  • 1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure
  • 1.3 Inform appropriate personnel ofexisting and potential worksitehazards
  • 1.4 Review siteplans and documentation
  • 1.5 Select cable type and appropriate connectors for cable joint
  • 1.6 Set uptools, equipment and materialsrequired for safe work practice
  • 1.7 Obtain information about location of other services from relevant authorities
2. Joint metallic conductor cable for access network
  • 2.1 Joint metallic cable following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Ensure joint is sealed to industry specifications
  • 2.3 Perform relevant cable tests to ensure joint complies with site specifications, manufacturer specifications, and relevant legislation, regulations, codes and standards
  • 2.4 Rectify cable faults
  • 2.5 Record cable tests and required modifications
  • 2.6 Label and tag cable joint according to enterprise guidelines and industry practice
3. Protect and alarm cable
  • 3.1 Pressurise cable and check for leakage
  • 3.2 Reconnect alarms, as required, according to enterprise guidelines
  • 3.3 Remove waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements, to maintain safe worksite conditions
4. Complete records and clean-up site
  • 4.1 Complete required records including alterations and notify customer
  • 4.2 Clean-up and reinstate site according to customer and company requirements
  • 4.3 Present all records to appropriate personnel and obtain sign-off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWE86 ICTCBL215 Joint metallic conductor cable in access network Unit of competency